2025 Gangneung-si Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Attention travelers heading to Gangneung, Gangwon Province! We've discovered an incredible five-star hotel that's absolutely worth staying at—Seamarq Hotel! With stunning ocean views and a unique infinity pool, it’s the perfect place to elevate your vacation vibes. 📍 The hotel is located at 2, Haean-ro 406beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, and is super convenient for those driving, as it offers underground parking 🅿️. Before checking in, remember to bring your own disposable toothbrush, toothpaste, and razor for a more eco-friendly and hygienic stay! The highlight of this hotel is undoubtedly the outdoor infinity pool on the 5th floor 🏊🏻♀️! Both the indoor and outdoor pools are heated, so you can enjoy swimming even in cooler weather. Note that swim caps are required for the indoor pool, but don’t worry—you can borrow one for free from the hotel, which is super thoughtful! However, keep in mind that using the pool comes with an additional fee of 35,000 KRW per person. But trust us, the breathtaking ocean view makes it totally worth it! The hotel staff are incredibly friendly, and the facilities and cleanliness fully meet five-star standards, making your stay extremely comfortable! The only minor downside is that the elevator runs a bit slowly 🤣, but it doesn’t affect the overall great experience at all. Standing in front of the hotel, you’ll be greeted by the crystal-clear waters of the East Sea 🌊. Whether you’re watching the sunrise or sunset, the view is absolutely healing! Next time you visit Gangneung, this heavenly hotel is a must-stay!

I went on a day trip to Gangneung, South Korea on a weekday during Golden Week, and here are the details. I booked the KTX tickets 4 days in advance, but most of the seats were already taken, so I ended up with an early departure and a late return. I highly recommend booking KTX tickets early during long holidays ⚠️ ⭐️ Expenses Total cost: 15,131 yen Details: Meals 8,160 yen, KTX 6,359 yen, Bus 612 yen ⭐️ Schedule 🚄 5:56-8:00 Seoul Station - Gangneung Station 🚍 8:04-9:07 🚏 9:07-9:30 BTS Bus Stop 🚍 9:47-10:10 🌊 10:15-10:30 Goblin filming location 🍨 10:30-11:30 Sundubu Gelato 3rd Store (450 yen/person) ・Sundubu Gelato 450 yen, Black Sesame Gelato 450 yen 🚍 11:30-12:00 🍽️ 12:00-13:00 Kohyangsanchon Grassland Sundubu ・Sundubu Hot Pot Set 1,500 yen/person 🥮 13:30 Kangwonok Daifuku ・Sundubu Sticky Rice Cake 150 yen ・Gangneung Sandwich 180 yen 🚶♀️ 14:00-15:30 🥤 15:30-17:00 Café Lumière ・Real Strawberry Latte 750 yen 🚍 17:07-17:21 🍽️ 17:45-19:50 Hongdae Crab ・4,950 yen/person 🚍 20:08-20:30 ● Night Market Stroll 🚶♀️ 15 minutes 🥤 Apple Juice from Station Vending Machine 180 yen 🚄 21:34-23:27 Gangneung Station - Seoul Station ↓ For detailed information on meals and cafes, please check the posts below: ⭐️ Gangneung Gourmet Information https://www.trip.com/w/jhICXYWk1Q2 ⭐️ Gangneung Café Information https://www.trip.com/w/Na7ri2Yk1Q2

#aprilblooms #southkoreatravel #southkorea #historicallandmarks #localguides The Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht, perched atop a cliff in Jeongdongjin, Gangneung, offers a unique experience with its cruise ship-inspired architecture and panoramic views of the East Sea.  ⸻ 📍 Address 950-39, Heonhwa-ro, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea (Alternative address: 50-10, Jeongdongjin-ri) ⸻ 🎟️ Admission & Facilities While the resort primarily caters to its guests, certain facilities are accessible to non-residents for a fee: • Infinity Pools: • Sun Cruise Building 1st Floor: KRW 20,000 per person • Beach Cruise Building 11th Floor: KRW 20,000 per person • Titanic Pool (6th Floor, Adults Only): KRW 50,000 per person   Note: Pool access is typically limited to guests of the respective building.  • Titanic Infinity Pool: • Operating Hours: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Fee: KRW 40,000 per person • Note: This facility is exclusive to resort guests.  • Yacht Tours & Marine Sports: Available for an additional charge.  ⸻ 🕒 Operating Hours • Check-in: From 3:00 PM • Check-out: Until 11:00 AM • Infinity Pool Access: Typically from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM during the summer months (July to September).   ⸻ 🌅 Scenic Highlights The resort’s design emulates a cruise ship, complete with features like:  • A rotating sky lounge bar • A sculpture garden featuring “The Hands of Promise” • An observation deck with a glass floor suspended above the sea • A private beach area • Proximity to attractions like Jeongdongjin Beach and Haslla Art World  

#AprilTravelSupport #CoupleInResidence 👩🏻❤️👨🏻 “We are a couple in our 20s who love to travel. Please note that we travel cost-effectively + on foot.” If you are planning to visit Gangneung, I will introduce you to this must-eat 🪽 Located in front of Gangneung Gyeongpo Lake, this place is a famous egg tart restaurant where you have to wait to eat Above all, the egg tart with corn is really delicious〰️ There is also an outdoor terrace, so you can enjoy it with coffee Personally, since the sea is right in front, I recommend eating it right at the sea after takeout🍀 📍Overweight - 🗺️ Location: 11, Geumseong-ro 23beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do - ⏰ Business Information: Closed every Thursday #CoupleDate #CoupleTravelDestinationRecommendation #TravelPlan #DomesticTravel #SeoulTravel #EmotionalCafe #OutdoorDate #GangneungTravel #Gangneung cafe #Gangneung restaurant #Gangneung places to visit #Gangneung hot couple #Couple travel #Couples #Seoul suburbs #Seoul suburbs travel #Seoul suburbs cafe #Seoul suburbs outing

I'll tell you about a Gangneung family travel course that satisfied the whole family. I couldn't visit due to time constraints, but if you can, it would be better to visit Jungang Market on the first day and Haslla Art World on the second day 😆 📝Day 1 Ojukheon -> Boiled Potato Prop Shop -> Gamjajeok 1st Place (Gamjajeok, Perilla Leaf Noodles) -> Gyeongpo Lake -> Anmok Beach -> Anmok Beach Hollys -> Pungnyeon Galbi (5th Galbi Masterpiece) 📝Day 2 Jeongdongjin Sunrise (Sun Cruise Hotel Sunrise Park) -> Rail Bike -> Walk along Badabuchaegil -> Sun Cruise Sky Lounge (Ocean View Cafe) #Travel Itinerary

Come to Korea and want to travel outside of Seoul, travel for 1 day and return to chill here, the East Coast of South Korea 📸✨ The best photo spot in Gangneung, South Korea! 🌊🇰🇷 For those who love cafes, series, or the sea, Gangneung will not disappoint! ☕🏖️ • 🚏 Bus Stop BTS (Jumunjin Beach) – The legendary seaside bus stop for ARMYs • 🌊 Goblin Breakwater – A popular spot from the series Goblin, take pictures and feel like the heroine! • ☕ Anmok Beach & Coffee Street – Sit and sip coffee by the sea, feel good! 📍 This time traveling to Korea, don't forget to stop by Gangneung and collect all the content! #TravelKorea #Gangneung #LetsTravel #Korea travel destinations #Korean sea #Gangneung sea #Gangneung #Gangwon-do #Travel outside of Seoul #BusstopBTS #Goblin #Anmok #Series fan #Korean cafe #Army #Love Korea

#Travel itinerary I was bored with Gangneung and Sokcho, so I went on a trip to Jumunjin As soon as I arrived, I went to Sokuri Cafe!!! This cafe is close to the Goblin filming location and is located in the Goblin Market😊 This is a cafe created with a rural village feel 📍Gangnaengi Sokuri Cafe Location: 32-8 Hakgyodamgil, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 Please take note of this!!! Kangnaengisokuri, which completed a cute country-style cafe by leaving the basics almost the same and adding props that match the country house Gangneung Kangnaengisokuri Cafe's space is not that big, so there aren't many seats‼️‼️ The signature menu of Gangneung Kangnaengisokuri Cafe is Keep eating Kangnaengisokuri ice cream We were hungry, so we went to eat Hongge Honggedo was near the goblin market and it was an unlimited refill restaurant We probably refilled 5 plates!! There are many Hongge restaurants nearby, so be sure to try them and start your day's trip❤️#Gangwon-do #Jumunjin #DokkaebiMarket

#Ho-kang-seu #Gangneung-travel If you are planning a trip to Jeongdongjin, Gangneung, how about this place? It is a new hotel that has just opened, but the location is better than expected, and the room condition is good, so it is a good place for a light ho-kang-seu. The rooftop pool is scheduled to open in May, so I think it will become more popular. I liked the clean rooms because it is a new hotel, and Breakfast is not available yet, but there are good auxiliary facilities such as chicken and pizza, so I recommend it as a family trip. - - 📍Solar View Hotel & Resort 920-16, Heonhwa-ro, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do Solar View Hotel & Resort

#Emotional Accommodation Gangneung Emotional Accommodation Hanok Stay Today💘 It's an attractive accommodation where Hanok meets modern style😆 There's a tea ceremony space and you can warm up your body in the indoor jacuzzi! If you open the window, you can use the jacuzzi as if you were outdoors while looking at the yard view, which makes it even more attractive😍 🏡 Today 21 Imyeong-ro 163beongil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do ◽️Standard 2 people (maximum 3 people) ◽️Check-in PM 03:00 / Check-out AM 11:00 ◽️1 bedroom, 1 bed, 1 bathroom, indoor jacuzzi Beam projector, air purifier, Dyson Airwrap #Gangneung Accommodation #Gangneung Accommodation Recommendation #Hanok Accommodation #Hanok Pension #Hanok Stay #Gangneung Pension Recommendation

#Emotional Accommodation The newly opened Bui Pool Villa located 1 second from the sea The brick-colored accommodation exterior was impressive and pretty enough to catch your eye from afar, and it was emotional, and even when you open the door and go out of the accommodation, the blue sea spread out, so it couldn't be more romantic. 💭 When you open the door and go in, you can see the sea in a picture frame, and you can heal in a warm room all day long, and even in the pool, you feel like you're connected to the sea, and you can splash around in the hot water pool and just let time pass by. 🥹 In the evening, you can see the sunset, and the next morning, you can see the beautiful sunrise, so it's a Bui where everything is perfect and full of happiness 🕊️ . . 📍Buoy Pool Villa @bouee_meet_gull 49 Yeongjin-gil, Yeongok-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do bouee 🕰️Check-in 15:00 Check-out 11:00 🛌 Room 301 ▪️Up to 3 people for 2 people ▪️Welcome snack provided ▪️Indoor swimming pool ▪️Beam projector ▪️Living room, kitchen, bed, bathroom #Hot place

1️⃣ Sageunjin Beach Sageunjin Beach is famous for its Rainbow Terraport photo zone. It's a great spot for those looking for photo spots in Gangneung. 2️⃣ Anmok Beach Cafe Street in Gangneung: 'Cafe Albero' and 'Bossa Nova Gangneung Branch' Anmok Beach in Gangneung is known for its many ocean-view cafes. It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beautiful sea. 3️⃣ King Crab Restaurant in Gangneung: 'Uljin Crab Specialty Restaurant' When you visit the sea, you must try seafood. The staff here are friendly, and the king crabs are fresh. Highly recommend this place for delicious, meaty king crabs. 4️⃣ Ocean View Hotel in Gangneung: 'Skybay' For those looking for a clean hotel in Gangneung, I recommend this 5-star hotel.

Enjoy a private and cozy rest while soaking in a hinoki bath inside the accommodation, admiring the beautiful yard and stone wall outside the window. You can also enjoy a bonfire and barbecue in the small independent yard. 📍Seoji Byeoldam @seojibyuldam 9-4, Gyeongpo-ro 463beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do 🕰Check-in 15:00 Check-out 11:00 🛏️Seochai Room

#Travel itinerary #Domestic travel #Gangneung travel 💕Day 1 Early lunch (Chodang Grandma's Tofu) - Cafe (End to End) - Pine forest tour - Jeongdongjin tour - Hotel check-in - Dinner (Crab) - Gangmun Beach walk 💕Day 2 Breakfast (Cheolduk Someori House) - Jumunjin tour - Overweight Gingneung Main Branch (Coffee and dessert) - Ojukheon tour - Heo Nanseolheon Memorial Hall - Jungang Market I took the 9 o'clock train from Seoul Station and went there Gangneung, full of pine trees, is heartwarming just by looking at the ocean There are many delicious things It's perfect for a 1-night, 2-day trip!

#DomesticTravel 🥐 Salt Bread 🥐 Nurungji Salt Bread 🥐 Homemade Sausage Salt Bread 🥐 Green Onion Cream Cheese Salt Bread The best bakery in Gangneung! I visited Insold Bakery! It was nice that various salt breads were available from the morning, and they were baking continuously in real time! Seriously, the bread was so delicious that I definitely had to pack some if I had to go nearby! ! ! If you're looking for a great Gangneung salt bread restaurant, I highly recommend Insold Bakery! Business hours⏰ 10:00 - 19:00 Regularly closed (every Wednesday) Address👉Insold Bakery 12, Gangneung-daero 194beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Another must-visit trip when you're in Gangneung is the bread pilgrimage✨ Gangneung is famous for its coffee, and there are many delicious restaurants that go well with coffee, so if you're a bread lover, this is a highlight you can't miss! Among them, there's a long-time favorite restaurant with waiting lines😍 📍Mandong Bakery Since it's located at the entrance of Gangneung Market, it's perfect for buying bread before going to the market, so it's good for saving time😉 The most famous bread here is the garlic baguette🥹 The flavor of garlic and rich butter is amazing...❤️ Other breads are also delicious, and you can sample them, so if you're a bread lover, you should definitely go! #Domestic travel #Gangwon-do travel #Conquering delicious restaurants

#Special hotel accommodation event A swing this big in the Gangneung sea!! There is a photo zone at Yeongjin Beach where you can ride the swing while looking at the sea📸 A beach about 3km south of Jumunjin-eup The white sand beach is not large, but it is quiet and clean, and it is my favorite beach among the Gangneung beaches 🌊 📍Gangneung Yeongjin Beach ▪️Gangwon Gangneung-si Yeongok-myeon

#FallTravel #GangneungTravel Wow, I didn't expect it, but it was much better than I thought Breakfast time! It was a weekday, but it was a Gangneung hotel with great value for money. The room condition is good, and the breakfast is also pretty good, so it seems like a good place to enjoy a vacation with great value for money. If you have breakfast time without crowds and leave for your travel destination, it's a good choice! I recommend it💛 - - 📍Gangneung City Hotel 112 Gyodong Square-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

#Emotional Accommodation Introducing a newly opened accommodation in Gangneung😍 This is an ocean view pool villa located right in front of Gangneung Gyeongpo Beach, and the interior is so pretty🥹 There is an indoor pool inside, so it's comfortable, and you can swim privately, and the ocean is right in front, so it's a great place to go for ocean swimming in the summer🌟 📍Ori Atelier

#Emotional Accommodation I'd like to introduce you to Gangneun Pool Villa, which you can enjoy for 100,000 won per night! This place has both a jacuzzi and a pool, so you can choose the type you want, but you can enjoy the ocean view from anywhere through the wide-open windows, so it was a great place. It's also close to Sodol Beach, so it's a great accommodation for those who want to see the ocean💜 📍Location - Sodol 23 Pool Villa

#Emotional Accommodation I'd like to introduce you to a newly opened accommodation right in front of Gangneung Gyeongpo Beach! It's a new accommodation, so it's very clean, and the interior is tastefully done, so I was very satisfied with the accommodation! There's also a swimming pool, so it's good in the summer, and in the winter, it's lukewarm water, so you can use it warmly. Please stop by when you travel to Gangneung🌟 📍Location - Ori Atelier

Would you believe that this view is 100,000 won?🫢 A place where you can lie on the bed and enjoy the ocean view, heal while taking a spa, and meet the sunset while taking a walk along Anmok Beach🧡 The top floor corner view is the best and it was an expensive room, but "170,000 won on weekdays (Sun-Thu)" A perfect accommodation with view + price + accessibility🤍 📍Gangneung Labelyu Spa Pension ▫️50 Changhae-ro 14beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do ▫️Room I stayed in: Byeolnim 601 ▫️Standard 2 people (maximum 3 people), infants allowed ▫️Ocean view, jet spa (free), right in front of Anmok Beach #Emotional Accommodation

I only saw the ocean view But it's in front of Sagunjin Beach, where there aren't many people So you can fully enjoy the feeling of a private beach💘 ⠀ Even the cypress spa and barbecue area have ocean views The sunrise over the East Sea is a must,,🌅 It's so nice to lie down and look at the sea✨ ⠀ ⠀ 📍Gangneung Lalife Pension ▪️5-second cut of Sagunjin Beach ▪️The room in the photo is B01, full ocean view ▪️Picnic set available for free rental ⠀ #Emotional Accommodation

3 sides are ocean view, so it feels like you're floating on the ocean✨ Ocean view accommodation where you can stare at the ocean all day long 🌊 The combination of blue sky and blue sea is love🩵 📍Yeongjin Stay ▫️1441 Haean-ro, Yeongok-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do ▫️Room in the photo: H501 ▫️1 second cut of Gangneung Yeongjin Beach #Emotional Accommodation

Sikhye, banana milk, eggs, tangerines, sweet potatoes 🥚🍊🍠 Isn't this a combination you can't miss in a Finnish sauna?🫶🏻 You can even eat seaweed soup, dumpling soup, and ramen✨ Gangneung #Wow Park where you can enjoy all of this You can use the sauna whether you're a guest or a visitor, so Seeing the winter sea and taking a sauna is a healing angle, right? 📍Gangneung Wow Park Caravan Pension ▫️5-minute walk from Gangneung Sacheon Beach ▫️Finland Sauna opened in November 2023, operating all year round ▫️Non-guests can also use the sauna ▫️Eggs, Sikhye, tangerines, seaweed soup, dumpling soup, ramen, etc. can be purchased at the store 💵 Price 40,000 won for 2 people / 5,000 won per additional person #Emotional Accommodation

Located near Seocheonjin Beach, it is operated together with Sujin's Sushi Restaurant, so you can enjoy both sashimi and ramen. The seaside ramen is made using a specially developed broth and sauce, not instant soup! It's a place where you can fully enjoy the generous portions and the flavor and aroma of the seafood. 📍Seaside Ramen ▫️Location: 68-14 Jinrihaebyeon-gil, Sacheon-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do ▫️Hours: Closed on Wednesdays 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM → Last order at 7:20 PM

Introducing Haslla Art World, a renowned photo spot in Gangneung. This place is filled with art pieces at every corner, and the beautiful colors make every photo look stunning. There are also many photo zones, making it a great place to create wonderful memories with family or a partner. 📌Tip: It is recommended to visit on weekdays as it gets crowded on weekends!

A beautiful art museum with the sea of Gangneung spreading out before your eyes There are exhibitions by domestic and international artists. It focuses on contemporary art, and no matter where you take a photo, it's incredibly beautiful. Outside, you can see the endlessly stretching horizon, and it blends with nature, making it very pleasant to view. There is also a cafe where you can relax and spend your time, providing a healing experience. If you want to experience beautiful scenery and art, be sure to visit. 📍Location: 524-19 Jeongdongjin-ri, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province

#SummerTripEvent This is a must-visit place for Gangneung travel. ‘Haslla Art World’ is a unique space where art and nature are in harmony. This is a place where you can enjoy Gangneung’s beautiful nature along with various art pieces, and it is the perfect place to take a picture of your life. First, ✨Skywalk’ with the sea in the background✨ is Haslla Art World’s representative photo zone. Many people visit this place because you can take pictures that seem to touch the sky with the blue East Sea beneath your feet. Pictures taken on the transparent floor are truly spectacular. ✨Circular Photo Zone✨ is also one of Haslla Art World’s popular photo spots. This unique circular structure has the sea in the background, so you can take pictures that look like you’re in a picture frame. Especially when you take pictures at dusk, you can take pictures that look like picturesque pictures, so this is a must-visit place. You have to wait to take pictures, but I hope you take a picture!! ✨Sculpture Park✨ displays various modern sculptures, so you can take unique photos with the artwork. Take a picture of your life while feeling a different emotion in a space where nature and art come together. Haslla Art World is a place that shows off its charm in each of the four seasons, so you can take different photos depending on the season. If you are traveling to Gangneung, visit Haslla Art World and take 10 unforgettable photos of your life🩷 📍1441 Yulgok-ro, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do ⏰ 9:00-18:00 #HasllaArtWorld #GangneungTravel #GangneungTravelCourse #GangneungIndoorPicnic #GangneungIndoorDate